April 19, 2026
‘Never Run From a Fight’: Accused War Criminal Roberts-Smith Vows to Clear Name
In his first public statement since his highly publicised arrest, the Victoria Cross recipient struck a defiant tone.
TL;DR
- Ben Roberts-Smith vows to use his upcoming criminal trial to clear his name.
- He has been accused of war crimes.
- Roberts-Smith has maintained his innocence and categorically denies all allegations.
- This is his first public statement since his arrest.
- He stated his family and he have been subjected to a campaign over the past 10 years.